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Proverbs 16:21

Words and speechWisdom

19 It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud.

20 Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.

The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.

22 Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.

23 The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

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BSB
The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.
KJV
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
WEB
The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
ASV
The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
DARBY
The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
BLB
The one wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of lips increases learning.
ÅB
Den som er vis i hjertet, blir kalt forstandig, og leppers sødme fremmer lærdom.
OTB
De vise i hjertet kalles kloke, og vennlighet i tale øker overtalelsesevnen.
B1930
Den som er vis i hjertet, blir kalt forstandig, og lebers sødme fremmer lærdom.

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